Hotel Industry News • Hotel Designs

streetlevel lobby with suspended lighting of Movenpick Hotel Tallinn

News / 23.10.2023

Mövenpick opens in Tallinn, Estonia

Mövenpick opens in Tallinn, Estonia The first Mövenpick hotel in the Baltic countries has opened its doors, introducing a new level of its Swiss...

aerial view across dubai with Bluewaters development in foreground

News / 20.10.2023

Ennismore to take Banyan Tree to Bluewaters

By: Pauline Brettell

Ennismore to take Banyan Tree to Bluewaters Ennismore and Banyan Tree Group, have inked a landmark deal with Dubai Holding, to introduce a unique...

Exclusive / 19.10.2023

In the factory with: Gessi, the jewellers of private wellness

By: Hamish Kilburn

In the factory with: Gessi, the jewellers of private wellness Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, spent 48 hours with Gessi, in Milan and...

cafe with wooden furniture and ceiling and olive green safetred flooring from Tarkett

Roundtable / 19.10.2023

Roundtable: exploring the hybrid model in hotel design

By: Pauline Brettell

Roundtable: exploring the hybrid model in hotel design With so much emphasis on the the need for flexible design solutions and the blurring of...

king guestroom at W sydney with sweeping view across the harbour

News / 18.10.2023

W Hotels make a triumphant return to Sydney

By: Pauline Brettell

W Hotels make a triumphant return to Sydney Located in a dramatic curved structure rising over Darling Harbour, W Sydney is set to become...

aerial view of proposed city planning for Indonesia’s new capital city, Ibu Kota Negara Nusantara.

News / 18.10.2023

Marriott International signs on plans for three properties in Indonesia’s new capital city

By: Pauline Brettell

Marriott International signs on plans for three properties in Indonesia’s new capital city Marriott International has announced it has signed a Hotel Management Agreement...

view from cushioned seating across pool to umbrellas and views across Ibiza

News / 17.10.2023

Sneak peek: Fincadelica Xarraca from The Fincadelica Collection

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek: Fincadelica Xarraca from The Fincadelica Collection The Fincadelica Collection has announced the launch of a new luxury villa for 2024 on the...

aerial view of Kimpton Algarve proposed plan and design

News / 16.10.2023

IHG debuts Kimpton brand in Portugal

By: Pauline Brettell

IHG debuts Kimpton brand in Portugal IHG Hotels & Resorts' global growth continues with the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico, reinforcing the...

external facade and view of Hyatt House south Melbourne from street level

News / 16.10.2023

Hyatt House is making its arrival in Australia

By: Pauline Brettell

Hyatt House is making its arrival in Australia Slated to open in 2025, Hyatt House South Melbourne will mark the entry of the Hyatt...

view across pool with palm trees and columns down the length

News / 13.10.2023

Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts unveils The Residence Douz

By: Pauline Brettell

Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts unveils The Residence Douz Serving as a gateway to the Sahara, The Residence Douz is Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts’ first...

Arial view of Paradis Beachcomber in Mauritius. The image shows both above-shots of villas and the clear blue sea

Exclusive / 12.10.2023

Paradis Beachcomber unveils €12 million transformation

By: Hamish Kilburn

Paradis Beachcomber unveils €12 million transformation EXCLUSIVE: Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa in Mauritius has emerged from a €12 million renovation with a...

Podcast / 12.10.2023

Restoring a national treasure: creating The Marmorosch Bucharest

By: Hamish Kilburn

Restoring a national treasure: creating The Marmorosch Bucharest Architect Indre Sangus of YES.design.architecture joined Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, on Travel By Design,...

two freestanding copper baths in front of rounded windows with stained glass detail and view across denver

News / 11.10.2023

Urban Cowboy Hotels expands its portfolio west

By: Pauline Brettell

Urban Cowboy Hotels expands its portfolio west Boutique hotel and lifestyle brand Urban Cowboy, will plant its flag out west with the opening of...

cosy corner in hotel Seeblick apartment with wood clad walls, woollen textiles and soft lighting

News / 11.10.2023

Introducing Hotel Seeblick – hygge reloaded by NOA

By: Pauline Brettell

Introducing Hotel Seeblick – hygge reloaded by NOA Even a smaller redesign can create a strong project response – design studio NOA stepped up...

seating and tables in dark interior of Next hotel lobby in Melbourne with reflective surfaces and patterned carpet

News / 10.10.2023

Curio Collection by Hilton moves into Melbourne

By: Pauline Brettell

Curio Collection by Hilton moves into Melbourne Hilton and Vista Hospitality Group Partner have announced plans for Next Hotel Melbourne to join Curio Collection...

natural raw edge wood table in hotel room2 belfast guestroom decorated in olive green and orange

Feature / 10.10.2023

Sneak peek inside the latest room2 opening in Belfast

By: Pauline Brettell

Sneak peek inside the latest room2 opening in Belfast Sustainable design meets awe-inspiring art in the highly-anticipated eco hometel room2 Belfast, the latest property...

artists impression of futuristic suspended pool in mountain setting of proposed Marriott hotel in Neom Trojena

News / 09.10.2023

Marriott International stakes a claim in NEOM

By: Pauline Brettell

Marriott International stakes a claim in NEOM Marriott International has announced it has signed an agreement with NEOM to open two luxury properties in...

guestroom with ceiling fan and art in kimpton mallorca

Hotel Development / 06.10.2023

Kimpton ‘breaks ground’ on new hotel in North California

By: Hamish Kilburn

Kimpton ‘breaks ground’ on new hotel in North California The new hotel, Kimpton Pacific Grove Hotel, which is expected to 'embrace the coastal city’s...

render of proposed guestroom and suite in Janu Tokyo

News / 05.10.2023

The first Janu hotel prepares to make its mark on Tokyo

By: Pauline Brettell

The first Janu hotel prepares to make its mark on Tokyo Pioneering a new direction in luxury hospitality, Aman’s sister brand Janu is set...

Exclusive / 05.10.2023

Roundtable: embracing residential style in hospitality design

By: Hamish Kilburn

Roundtable: embracing residential style in hospitality design Ahead of Focus 2023, Hamish Kilburn, Editor of Hotel Designs, in close collaboration with Dedar, invited a...

rendering of exterior design of swimming pool and courtyard area of Hotel Daphne by Bunkhouse

News / 04.10.2023

Bunkhouse announces Hotel Daphne’s debut in Houston

By: Pauline Brettell

Bunkhouse announces Hotel Daphne’s debut in Houston Bunkhouse, the Austin-based hospitality group, continues its path of expansion with this second project in Houston... Known...